UAE Plastic Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

The UAE Plastic Packaging Market Report is Segmented by Plastic Form (Rigid Plastic and Flexible Plastic), Products (Bottles, Cans, Jars, and Pouches), and End-User Industry (Food, Beverage, Healthcare, Retail, Manufacturing, and Other End-User Industries). The Market Sizes and Forecasts are Provided in Terms of Value (USD) for all the Above Segments.

UAE Plastic Packaging Market Size & Share Analysis - Growth Trends & Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

UAE Plastic Packaging Market Size

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United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market (2025 - 2030)
Study Period 2019 - 2030
Base Year For Estimation 2024
Forecast Data Period 2025 - 2030
Market Size (2025) USD 737.25 Million
Market Size (2030) USD 941.84 Million
CAGR (2025 - 2030) 5.02 %
Market Concentration Medium

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United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market Major Players

*Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order

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UAE Plastic Packaging Market Analysis

The United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size is estimated at USD 737.25 million in 2025, and is expected to reach USD 941.84 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 5.02% during the forecast period (2025-2030).

  • The country's shifting regulations, consumer trends toward healthier products, and commitment to sustainability significantly impact the plastic packaging industry's ability to develop new products, designs, and technologies for its clients. The trends may drive the market's growth during the forecast period.
  • Approximately 40% of the plastic used in the United Arab Emirates is single-use, and the country consumes 4 billion plastic bottles per year, according to Euronews. Plastic consumption per capita has shown an upward trend over the past decade in the United Arab Emirates, mainly due to the development of new products and material substitution in established markets. In many cases, plastics are still the material of choice, irrespective of metals, paper, etc., in a range of standard products. Also, plastics are the third most exported commodity in the United Arab Emirates.
  • Moreover, the standardization of the 'Made in UAE' initiative, which introduces local manufacturers to the global market, is helping the country to reduce its reliance on imports and strengthen its export potential. The growth of this kind in the manufacturing sector encouraged considerable investments in the packaging industry. Most of the investments in the packaging sector are made toward adjusting their packaging practices to the country's current economic situation and evolving standards. With low purchasing power, the country's retail sector witnessed several consumer behavior changes.
  • Further, the demand for plastic packaging continues to surge even though serious concerns are being raised about its environmental impact. However, the market faces challenges from government regulations and consumer demand, pushing manufacturers to look for biodegradable plastic packaging solutions derived from sustainable sources.

UAE Plastic Packaging Industry Overview

The UAE plastic packaging market is semi consolidated and expected to attain a higher degree of competitiveness owing to increasing investments, new players, and growing applications in end-user industries. Major players have adopted product launches, collaborations, and acquisitions to sustain intense market competition. Some of the key players in the market include Amber Packaging Industries, Huhtamaki Flexibles UAE, Mondi PLC, and Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC.

  • May 2024: UFlex, a flexible packaging manufacturer operating in the United Arab Emirates, introduced new products for labels and flexible packaging. The company's packaging films division launched the 'B-UUB-M' Outstanding barrier-metalized BOPP Film. This new film is designed for various products, including dry fruits, beverages, chips, snacks, biscuits, cookies, confectionery, and chocolates.
  • July 2023: Hotpack Global, a UAE-based manufacturer of sustainable packaging products, introduced post-consumer recycled (PCR) shopping bags for Spinneys. This launch underscores a pivotal advancement in the retail industry's push toward sustainability. Through its partnership with Spinneys, Hotpack produced shopping bags made entirely from 100% PCR resins.

UAE Plastic Packaging Market Leaders

  1. Amber Packaging Industries LLC

  2. Huhtamaki Flexibles UAE

  3. Mondi plc

  4. Integrated Plastics Packaging LLC

  5. Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing LLC

  6. *Disclaimer: Major Players sorted in no particular order
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UAE Plastic Packaging Market News

  • June 2024: Versalis, operating in the United Arab Emirates, and Crocco, a prominent player in flexible packaging, formed a strategic partnership. Their collaboration aims to produce food packaging films using chemical recycling techniques. These films are partially manufactured from post-consumer plastic waste, demonstrating the companies' commitment to sustainability. The partners are expanding production to meet the increasing demands of the retail sector.
  • December 2023: Dubai Municipality unveiled a novel social initiative designed to elevate recycling efforts and mitigate the environmental repercussions of waste materials. The initiative targets a dual objective: urging public and private entities to champion waste management and elevate the quantity and caliber of recycled materials.

United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market Report - Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

  • 1.1 Study Assumptions and Market Definition
  • 1.2 Scope of the Study

2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

3. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4. MARKET INSIGHTS

  • 4.1 Market Overview
  • 4.2 Industry Value Chain Analysis
  • 4.3 Industry Attractiveness - Porter's Five Forces Analysis
    • 4.3.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
    • 4.3.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
    • 4.3.3 Threat of New Entrants
    • 4.3.4 Threat of Substitute Products
    • 4.3.5 Intensity of Competitive Rivalry

5. MARKET DYNAMICS

  • 5.1 Market Drivers
    • 5.1.1 Rising Per Capita Income is Positively Impacting Purchase Power
    • 5.1.2 Product Innovation, Differentiation, and Branding may Drive the Market's Growth
  • 5.2 Market Challenges
    • 5.2.1 Fluctuating Raw Material Prices
    • 5.2.2 Challenges in Recycling Flexible Packaging Products

6. MARKET SEGMENTATION

  • 6.1 By Plastic Form
    • 6.1.1 Rigid Plastic
    • 6.1.2 Flexible Plastic
  • 6.2 By Products
    • 6.2.1 Bottles
    • 6.2.2 Cans
    • 6.2.3 Jars
    • 6.2.4 Pouches
  • 6.3 By End-user Industry
    • 6.3.1 Food
    • 6.3.2 Beverage
    • 6.3.3 Healthcare
    • 6.3.4 Retail
    • 6.3.5 Manufacturing
    • 6.3.6 Other End-user Industries

7. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE

  • 7.1 Company Profiles*
    • 7.1.1 Amber Packaging Industries LLC
    • 7.1.2 Huhtamaki Flexibles UAE
    • 7.1.3 Mondi PLC
    • 7.1.4 Aptargroup Inc.
    • 7.1.5 Integrated Plastics Packaging LLC
    • 7.1.6 Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing LLC
    • 7.1.7 Fujairah Plastics Factory
    • 7.1.8 Hotpack Packaging Industries LLC
    • 7.1.9 Uflex Limited
    • 7.1.10 Falcon Pack
    • 7.1.11 ENPI Group

8. INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

9. FUTURE OUTLOOK OF THE MARKET

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UAE Plastic Packaging Industry Segmentation

The market for the study is defined as the revenue incurred from the sales of plastic packaging products in the United Arab Emirates. The market tracks the consumption trends of plastic packaging products in terms of value and volume. The analysis is based on the market insights captured through secondary research and the primaries. The market also covers the major factors impacting the growth of the glass packaging market in terms of drivers and restraints.

The UAE plastic packaging market is segmented by plastic form (rigid plastic and flexible plastic), products (bottles, cans, jars, pouches), and end-user industry (food, beverage, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, and other end-user industries). The market sizes and forecasts are provided in terms of value (USD) for all the above segments.

By Plastic Form Rigid Plastic
Flexible Plastic
By Products Bottles
Cans
Jars
Pouches
By End-user Industry Food
Beverage
Healthcare
Retail
Manufacturing
Other End-user Industries
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United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market Research Faqs

How big is the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market?

The United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 737.25 million in 2025 and grow at a CAGR of 5.02% to reach USD 941.84 million by 2030.

What is the current United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size?

In 2025, the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size is expected to reach USD 737.25 million.

Who are the key players in United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market?

Amber Packaging Industries LLC, Huhtamaki Flexibles UAE, Mondi plc, Integrated Plastics Packaging LLC and Al Amana Plastic Bottles & Containers Manufacturing LLC are the major companies operating in the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market.

What years does this United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market cover, and what was the market size in 2024?

In 2024, the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size was estimated at USD 700.24 million. The report covers the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market historical market size for years: 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024. The report also forecasts the United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Market size for years: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029 and 2030.

United Arab Emirates Plastic Packaging Industry Report

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